The Indo Pacific 2023 International Maritime Exposition is taking place from 7-9 November 2023, with the theme, ‘Fleet 2035: Sea Power and the Future of Maritime Warfare’. Drawing military delegations from over 40 nations and more than 700 defence industry organisations, ADM is on the floor to report on new technology, partnerships and company updates.
From ADM journalists:
The manufacturer of the S-100 Camcopter rotary wing uncrewed aerial system, Schiebel, will have to scale back operations in Australia if decisions about military UAS capabilities are not taken soon | Tim Fish
Gibbs&Cox has confirmed it will be proposing a new light frigate design as a possible alternative to the Arafura-class offshore patrol vessels now under construction for the RAN | Julian Kerr
Lockheed Martin is developing a version of its familiar Patriot surface to air missile which could one day replace SM-2 missiles | Max Blenkin
Quickcasts:
In this episode, Grant McHerron catches up with Ewen Levick, Publisher of ADM, and Nigel Pittaway, Editor of ADM, to discuss what they've seen at the Indo Pacific 2023 event and the general mood they're getting from exhibitors as delays in decisions and funding from government are causing issues for Primes and SMEs alike.
Press Releases:
L3Harris and Sentinel Boats have partnered to showcase autonomous systems capabilities on Sydney Harbour during Indo Pacific 2023.
Austal, Civmec and Navantia Australia have announced a partnership to propose the delivery of six corvettes to the Australian Government in recognition of the Navy’s need for increased strike capability.
BAE Systems Australia’s shipyard in Western Australia has taken the first steps in constructing the proof-of-concept mast for the Hunter Class Frigate Program.
The Keith Payne VC Veterans Benefit Group has announced the launch of its official website, with the support of Lockheed Martin Australia.
Check out all the news from day 1 of Indo-Pac here.
